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Overview

A short adventure in Siem Reap which is the gateway to ancient temples and offers various activities outside of the temples. The experiences include a boat excursion on Tonle Sap lake, a visit to Angkor Wat for sunrise and visiting the temple during less crowds, and exploring the temples of Angkor Thom, including praying at the temple with amazing experiences. Additionally, there are opportunities to interact with the local Muslim community and enjoy halal food throughout the adventure.

About this tour: Angkor Muslim Adventure
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3 day(s) 2 night(s)

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  • Arrival – Siem Reap, Cambodia

    Breakfast Lunch Dinner

    ASSALAMUALIAKUM! Welcome to Cambodia. 

    Siem Reap is the gateway to the world’s most spectacular ancient temples, dating from 8th-13th centuries with their countless sculptured decorations and former Khmer capitals. Beyond, it has more fun activities to do outside of the temples. 

    Upon arrival at Siem Reap airport by flight, you will be welcomed by local English-speaking guide who will escort you directly to hotel for relaxing.   Note: Official check-in time at 2:00pm, early check-in subjects to room available. 

    Afternoon, you take a short transfer for a boat excursion on Tonle Sap lake at Chong Kneas floating village. En-route, you stop at Masjid Ar-Rafee'ah for the Asr prayer, and you can also have opportunity to in the locals Muslim people. 

    Upon arrival, take a private wooden boat from pier to visit the floating village on Tonle Sap lake.  It is the largest freshwater lake in South East Asia, connects to the Mekong river. Tonlé Sap Lake plays as of central importance role for Cambodia's food provision.

    Cruising through Chong Knea village where you will see: houses, schools, restaurants, stores, church and crocodile farm and some voracious fish in a wooden tank, all is floating. The tour is described as a relaxing boat ride through the waterscape on the great lake.

    Head back hotel for refreshment and Maghrib & Isha prayer.

    Dinner will be served at local restaurant (Halal food).

  • Siem Reap

    Breakfast Lunch Dinner

    Get up early for an eye-catching sunrise at Angkor Wat, you might be lucky to see the sunlight rays clear for a dawn display of color over the towers, making the view towards the temple stunning. 

    You are ready for Sunrise prayer nearby the temple site. Then you will have a refreshment breakfast box from hotel and coffee before jumping into the discover the temple during less visitors.

    Angkor Wat built in 1113-1150. The structure is said to be one of the world’s largest religious monuments. It appears to have been both the state temple and mausoleum, dedicating to the god Vishnu, then for Buddhists. The temple is famous for bas-reliefs encircling the temple wall depicting scenes from Hindu mythology and the historical wars of the King. The central tower reaches a height of 65 meters where you may also climb up and enjoy a breathtaking view. Angkor Wat symbolizes the soul of the Khmer people and graces every Cambodia's flag.

    You take a shady walk along the tall tree-lined avenues and explore the beautiful Ta Prohm temple. The huge roots of giant trees and vines make this temple unique and famous. The temple is so peaceful and restored to nature that it was even used as a filming location for Angelina Jolie's film ``Lara Croft: Tomb Raider.''

    Stop at local restaurant nearby the temple for Dhuhr prayer, then you will have lunch. 

    You will access the temple through a footbridge during your visit Neak Pean, means "The entwined serpents" and a very great snake-Naga encircled the temple. The tiny artificial island sits in the center of a reservoir measuring 3,500 meters by 900 meters, making the site flood during the rainy season. 

    Continue on a short drive to visit Preah Khan, meaning "Royal Sword" which was the central Buddhist temple, and it was more than just a monastery yet also an entire city enclosing a town. The temple serves today as an outstanding example of a large linear temple complex in a jungle setting where you can enjoy a fascinating view.

    Time for Asr prayer nearby the temple site with special experience. 

    You will visit the last capital of the Khmer Empire, Angkor Thom is literally "Great City" which was established in the early 12th century.

    Enter the capital through South Gate with its impressive sandstone carving, then continue to Bayon Temple sits at the heart of the capital. Its masterpiece consists of 54 standing towers with four huge smiling faces, and its outer gallery contains about 11000 bas-reliefs depicting heroic historical tales as well as scenes of Khmer daily life in that civilization.

    Optional for climbing up at Bakheng Temple which is situated on a hill and provides panoramic views of the surrounding landscape, including the iconic Angkor Wat temple complex where you will enjoy sunset views with the fresh air of nature. (Note: Upper levels of the temple may be restricted during certain times because of the limited number of travelers).

    Head back hotel for refreshment and Maghrib & Isha prayer.

    Dinner will be served at local restaurant.

    Overnight at hotel in Siem Reap.

    • Optional Ticket Phare Ponleu Selpak Show


  • Siem Reap - Departure

    Breakfast Lunch Dinner

    After breakfast at hotel, you visit Artisan d'Angkor, a complete site of the arts and crafts school will take you through the various training and production workshops. Discover the traditional techniques used for wood sculpting, stone carving, lacquer work, polychrome and stone patina work, with the explanations of a dedicated guide. 

    Continue to visit Angkor Silk Farm center of Puok where you will discover the various stages involved in Silk production, from mulberry tree orchards to silkworm breeding, the spinning mill and the weaving process.

    Enjoy some free time to visit the Old Market is the most tourist-oriented. The riverside market has more souvenir stalls offering a fairly wide range of souvenirs. Next to the side carries items of interest primarily to locals, and also harbors dozens of small food stalls servings various inexpensive local foods that hygienically and gastronomically adventurous visitors may find inviting.

    Head back to hotel for Dhuhr prayer and ready to check-out, then you will lunch at local restaurant (Halal food).

    The balance afternoon is free at leisure until appointed time with guide transfer to Siem Reap for departure flight. (Note: Official check-out time at 12:00 mid-day, late check-out subject to room availability)

Experience
Includes
  • Accommodation in a shared twin/double room in selected hotels
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch or Dinner as mentioned on daily program 
  • English speaking local guides 
  • Tours and transfers as mentioned by private air-conditioned vehicle unless stated otherwise
  • Entrance fees for mentioned visits
  • Daily drinking water on touring 
Not Includes
  • Visa for Cambodia (Visa issued on arrival for most nationalities, USD30/pax, bring 1 passport photo)
  • Any surcharge/extra fees for visit of the Angkor Historical site imposed by the Apsara Authorities which are subject to change without prior notice
  • Other meals that were not mentioned
  • International and domestic flights (quoted separately)
  • Camera/video entrance fees if applicable
  • Personal expenses (drinks, laundry, telephone, tips etc)
  • Other services not clearly indicated in the package inclusions above